The Bird in the Window
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Overview
Co-directed and co-written by Umar Butt & Jameela Khan
A new surreal, physical theatre show with lots of laughs, tears and musical surprises…and bouncy poo!
Raheem finds himself in his childhood home one evening, packing away items into boxes. Steve, an old feathery friend turns up to help the son pack but ends up making an absolute magical mess of his
memories!
A joyous, energetic, rollercoaster of a show, about the fun times we spend together, and how these memories stay with us forever.
Audience and schools responses
“Just wanted to say thank you so much for Wednesday. It was AWESOME! The children loved every minute as did the staff!”
“Engaging, meaningful, inclusive”
“Connection, magic, humanity”
“The energy and tone was just right for the audience. Fun and vibrant”
“Infinity/10”
Creative Team
Performers: Alberto Dumba & Robin Ravi
Writers & directors: Umar Butt and Jameela Khan
Designer: Abby Clarke
Lighting: Katrin Padel
Composer: Ziad Jabero
Technical Stage Managers (touring): Ewen Roberts & Evie Oliver
Stage manager: Frances Allison
Videographer: Will Shelmerdine
Producer: Jameela Khan
5+ (contains strobe lighting)
Contains themes of grief and how to cope with missing someone.
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There are two entrances to the theatre, Kings Road Entrance (this is the taxi drop-off/collection point) and the Main Entrance.
Both level entrances have automated doors. These lead into the foyer area where you will find the Restaurant, Bar, Box Office and entrances to Stages 1, 2 and 3.
STEP FREE ACCESS
Northern Stage is fully accessible. The theatre has three lifts providing access to all parts of the building, including the accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, stages 2 & 3 and the backstage area. Buggy parking is available
WHEELCHAIR SPACES
There are five wheelchair positions in Stage 1, two positions in Stage 2 and all seats are removeable in Stage 3.
TOILETS
We have a Changing Places toilet in the Stage 1 lobby and accessible toilets in Stage 3 and Stage 2 lower entrance lobby. Gender neutral toilets are situated in the Stage 2 lower entrance lobby.
HEARING ENHANCEMENT
Induction loop system in all public spaces, and an infra-red system in all three stages. (In Stage 1 the induction loop is best covered in rows E – L).
ASSISTANCE
One free ticket for the assistant of a disabled person who is not able to attend unaccompanied.
BOOKING COMPANION SEATING
To book a free ticket for a wheelchair companion or an assistant, contact our Box Office on 0191 230 5151, via email at boxoffice@northernstage.co.uk or by visiting our Box Office in person.
GUIDE DOGS
Guide, hearing and all working dogs are welcome here.
SEAT ACCESSIBILITY
Stage 1: Seats are 43 cm wide, 41cm deep, with 46cm between arm rests. The aisleway is 51cm deep from the seat back. Arm rests cannot be removed.
Stage 2: Seats are 40cm wide, 41cm deep. The aisleway is 64cm deep from the seat back. There are no arm rests.
Our seats are rated to British Standards at installation and are guaranteed to hold up to 110kg.
More Information
To discuss any access needs, take a look at our access page or please call our Box Office on 0191 230 5151.